
Marc Washington
Physician Assistant
169 Riverside Dr Binghamton NY, 13905About
Marc Washington, MHSc, PA-C is an award-winning general surgery physician assistant practicing in Smithfield, RI. Marc specializes in metabolic weight loss and bariatric surgery qualified by over a decade of demostrated excellence in the field. He is highly experienced in laparoscopic and robotic surgery, having personally first-assisted in over 3,000 weight loss surgeries and helping found a MBS-AQIP Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence in Binghamton, New York. Including endocrine and colorectal as well as general surgery cases, he has assisted in over 5,000 surgical cases to date, including the implantation of the first gastric stimulator in New York State.
Marc sees initial consults, postoperative and office problem visits, and highly adept at bedside treatments including great personal pride in his skill at gastric band adjustments and minimal scarring from his surgical wound closures.
His breadth of experience and skill includes previous award-winning healthcare services in Las Vegas, NV where he earned honored as the Desert Diamond Award winner as well as his professional service recognized in reader polls as Top Bariatric Service and Top Hospital by Las Vegas Magazine two consecutive years.
Upon his relocation to Rhode Island, he was hence rapidly celebrated as a standout provider among the specialty, included as a 2024 Featured Provider by Best in Rhode Island Magazine - Doctor Edition.
Marc is grateful to work with the incredibly talented Daniel Christian MD, compassionate and humble Aaron Bloomenthal MD, and the esteemed Dieter Pohl MD as his collaborating surgeons.
He has a Master's in Health Sciences focused in Physician Assistant Studies from Quinnipiac University and has continued to pass on his knowledge in his free time by guest lecturing for the PA Program at Bryant University.
Education and Training
Quinnipiac University MHSc 2012
University of Hawaii double-major Bachelor’s Degree 0
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Desert Diamond Award 2021 Desert Springs Hospital, Valley Health Systems, Las Vegas NV
- Top Bariatric Service and Top Hospital Year Las Vegas Magazine
- Featured Provider 2024 Best in Rhode Island Magazine - Doctor Edition
Treatments
- Oral and injectable medical weight loss product screening and use, medical weight loss, gastric band adjustments
Professional Affiliations
- NCCPA, AAPA
What do you attribute your success to?
- Marc attributes his success to the unwaivering support of his family, including his wife and two bright children, and considers himself blessed that they have been willing to take on whatever adventures he pursues, and wherever they take them next.Marc also credits his family that includes a father who, as a former professional firefighter chief and EMS coordinator, trained paramedics for fire services in his youth. His mother was a longtime instructor in lifeguarding, really getting him his professional start in lifesaving, and active in coordinating volunteer services for the Red Cross.Hed like to thank his older brother for building his character and protecting him in his youth, and his sister and brother-in-law for their selfless support upon the relocation of his family to the area.
Awards
- Spotlight Patient Care Award - NHRMC - Wilmington, NCDesert Diamond Award - Desert Springs Hospital - Las Vegas, NVTop Bariatric Service - Best of Last Vegas Top Hospital - 2x Winner Best of Las Vegas2024 Featured Provider - Best of Rhode Island Magazine - Doctor Edition
Teaching and speaking
- Bryant University, Physician Assistant Program - Guest Lecturer (2022-2023)
Hobbies / Sports
- Golf, surfing, skiing, baseball, basketball
Marc Washington's Practice location
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169 Riverside Dr -Binghamton, NY 13905Get Direction
CharterCARE Health Partners
41 Sanderson Rd 207 -Smithfield, RI 02917Get Direction
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A Trusted Provider Committed to Surgical Excellence in Every Aspect of Patient Treatment
Smithfield, Rhode Island – Marc Washington, PA, is an award-winning general surgery physician assistant known for his expertise in metabolic weight loss and bariatric surgery. With a career spanning over a decade, he has established himself as a leader in the field, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication to patient care.
In his line of work, Marc handles initial consultations, postoperative check-ups, and office visits for various concerns. He excels in bedside treatments and takes pride in his expertise in gastric band adjustments and minimizing scars from surgical wound closures.
Marc’s specialization includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery, with a remarkable track record of over 3,000 weight loss surgeries performed as a first assistant. His contributions were instrumental in founding a MBS-AQIP Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence in Binghamton, New York. Beyond bariatric surgery, Marc has assisted in over 5,000 surgical cases, showcasing his versatility in endocrine, colorectal, and general surgery procedures.
A proud native of Binghamton, New York, Marc graduated from the University of Hawaii with a double-major Bachelor’s Degree. He then went on to earn his Master’s in Health Sciences with a concentration in Physician Assistant Studies from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut in 2011.
Marc’s wide breadth of experience and skill includes previous award-winning healthcare services in Las Vegas, Nevada where he was honored as the Desert Diamond Award winner. His professional service was also recognized in reader polls as Top Bariatric Service and Top Hospital by Las Vegas Magazine for two consecutive years.
Upon his relocation to Rhode Island, Marc was hence rapidly celebrated as a standout provider among the specialty, included as a 2024 Featured Provider by Best in Rhode Island Magazine – Doctor Edition.
In addition to his clinical practice, Marc is a dedicated researcher and presenter, having shared his insights at prominent medical conferences, including the Society for Neuroscience and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. His commitment to excellence extends beyond the operating room, as he has served as an on-site expert for multiple pharmaceutical companies.
Marc attributes his success to his family, including his supportive wife and two bright children, who have always been there for him through various adventures. He credits his father, a former professional firefighter chief, paramedic, and EMS coordinator, for inspiring his early professional development. His mother, a longtime lifeguarding instructor and volunteer coordinator for the Red Cross, played a pivotal role in his interests in lifesaving. Marc also recognizes his older brother for partly shaping his character and protecting him in his youth, and his sister and brother-in-law for their selfless support during his family’s relocation to Rhode Island.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Marc enjoys a variety of sports and outdoor activities, including golfing, surfing, skiing, baseball, and basketball. His passion for life extends to his interactions with patients, where he combines compassion and expertise to deliver exceptional care.
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